Memphis-area obituaries for May 8, 2013

Bonnie Jean Akins, loving mother and grandmother, slipped peacefully from this life on Sunday, May 5, 2013 in Cabarrus County, NC. She was born August 3, 1947 in Memphis, TN. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Akins Jr. Mrs. Akins is survived by her sisters, Donna Marshall of Millington, TN, Debbie Duke of Lawrenceville, GA, Patty Cummings of Tallapoosa, GA, and her brother, Mike Haynes of Atlanta, GA. She leaves behind her daughter, Tammy Bates of Concord, NC; her son, James Payne of Concord, NC; her grandchildren, Crystal Payne of Warner Robins, GA, Jamie Payne of Drummonds, TN, Blake Coker of Tennessee, Chelsea Payne, Meghan Payne, Austin Payne and Noah Payne all of Ecru, MS. She also leaves three great-grandchildren, Darrion Littlejohn, Kory Pettigrew, and Journey Akers. Her life's work was to celebrate successes and forgive failures. She loved reading and music. A life long resident of Memphis, TN, she broadened her horizons in her later years when she made the move to Concord, NC to be near her daughter. Visitation will be held at Forest Hill Funeral Home at 2440 Whitten Rd, Memphis, TN on Friday, May 10 from 12-2 p.m., with a graveside service immediately following. The family requests that any memorials be sent to Hospice and Palliative Care of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081.

Jim D. Billings, 72, of Lakeland East Shores passed away Monday, May 6, 2013. He was a retired firefighter after 30 years of service and was a retired active member of International Association of Firefighters. Mr. Billings is survived by his wife of 42 years, Sandra Billings; daughters, Terri (Gary) Moore and Lorri (Mike) Vitch; sisters, Betty Holder and Barbara Rooker; brothers, Charlie Billings; grandchildren, Brandon, Kayla, Jonathan and Abigail. The family will receive friends from 5 until 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2013 and a funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Thursday, May 9, 2013 both at Memorial Park Funeral Home with the entombment to follow at Memorial Park Mausoleum.

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Shani Karyse Brunson-Brown, 35, and her infant son, Ari

NIcolles

Brunson-Brown, died Friday, May 3, 2013, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis. She was an Inventory Technician at Unilever in Memphis. Services will be Thursday, May 9, 2013, at 3 p.m. at Faith Deliverance Church in Brownsville. Interment will be in Knights of Pythias Cemetery in Brownsville. There will be a visitation on Wednesday, May 8, 2013, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Rawls Funeral Home in Brownsville and on Thursday from 2 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Faith Deliverance Church. She is survived by her husband, Clifton L. Brown; her mother, Shirley Brunson; her father, Arnold Clark; a sister, Alisha; brothers, Arnold "T. C.", Aaron, David and Aubrey and a host of other relatives and friends.

Rawls Funeral Home-Brownsville (731) 772-1472

www.rawlsfuneralhomes.com

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HUBERT L. BUTLER, 62, retired gate agent for Pinnacle Airlines and former President of United Food and Commercial Workers Local P242, passed May 1, 2013. Visitation from 4-6 p.m., Thursday, May 9, and Service at 12:30 p.m., Friday, May 10, both at N.J. Ford & Sons Parkway Chapel. Burial in Memorial Park Southwoods Cemetery.

HAL GIDEON COWART died at his home, May 6, 2013 after a long illness. He was born to Faye Gideon Cowart and Melton Cowart in Tupelo, MS on November 3, 1920. A US Army veteran, he served his county in the D-Day invasion of Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge, for which he received the Bronze star. After his discharge from the Army, he spent his career with USDA, Cotton Division as a cotton classer. He leaves his wife of 64 years, Elsie Baker Cowart; his daughter, Linda Faye Cowart and a cousin, Nancy Ogle Pooley of Huddleston, VA. He was a member of Woodland Presbyterian Church. There will be memorial graveside services at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 8 at Memorial Park.

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DAVID CRAYTON, SR., 75, retired MLG&W Supervisor, died May 5, 2013. Visitation, 4-7 p.m., Friday, May 10, and from 11-11:55 a.m., with service to follow at 12 noon, Saturday, May 11, all at N.H. Owens & Son Funeral Home. Burial in New Park Cemetery on Horn Lake Rd. Mr. Crayton leaves his wife, Jessie M. Frager Crayton; two daughters, Dianne Crayton-Thomas and Tina Crayton; two sons, David Crayton and Elijah Crayton II; two sisters, Rutha Coleman Smith and Lucy Crayton; one brother, Joseph Crayton and 10 grandchildren.

John Vernon Dowtin, III, 68, died Sunday, May 5, 2013. He was a member of Highland Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, was a Mason, and was retired from FedEx. A graduate of Treadwell High School, he also attended Memphis State University, where he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha. He began a career in the trucking industry working for Sartain, Inman, Time DC and International Harvester. Mr. Dowtin was the owner of J.D. Transports and Dowtin Enterprises, an auto racing enthusiast and he owned and raced cars. He is survived by his son, John V. Dowtin IV of Memphis, TN; his life partner Lisa Alsbrook; sister, Carole Myracle of Memphis, TN; niece, Joy Richardson (Mark) of Memphis, TN and nephew, Danny Myracle of Pocohantas, AR. Mr. Dowtin is also survived by his extended family, Amy Alsbrook, Noel Alsbrook, Terri Knight, Marcy Richards, Ginger Hadley, Lori Dover, Anna Maegan Washington, David and Daniel Washington. Preceded in death by his parents Trilla and J. V. Dowtin. Visitation will be 5:30-7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 9, 2013 at Forest Hill East Funeral Home. Services will be 10 a.m., Friday, May 10, 2013 at the funeral home with interment in Memory Hill Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any memorials be sent to the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, #1584 Yorkshire Dr., Memphis, TN 38119.

Forest Hill East Funeral Home

901-382-1000

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RUSS ELLIOT, 78, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2013. With a sparkle in his eye and a bounce in his step, he had a handshake and a smile at the ready for anyone he knew and everyone he met. He was born in Fall River, MA on February 18, 1935 and moved to Memphis in 1974. Working in the advertising industry for companies like Max Factor and Revlon and handling accounts including Schering Plough, it was in 1974 that the grandson of Abe Plough hired Russ as the President of Schering Plough's In-House Advertising Agency. When the company moved its headquarters to Liberty Corner, NJ in 1991, he became Senior Vice President of Advertising and Marketing of all Schering Plough's OTC Healthcare Products. Though no one lives forever, we all live on through others. Russ leaves behind his beautiful wife of 25 years, Hallie; his children, Kevin and Michelle Elliot, Kara and David Konrad, Tod and Amy Singer, Ralph and Shelley Singer, and Becky and Marlon Starr; his grandchildren, Megan, Michael, Carly, Victoria, Shelby, Grant, Lana, Jack and Grayson; his sister, Natalie Randall, and his cousin, Marsha Zais. Russ was a passionate golfer, an avid reader, and loved to follow all issues concerning politics. But his greatest pride came from tutoring the students at the Grizzlies Academy, and he cherished the fact that he was making a huge impact on the lives of so many youths. A Celebrations of Life will be held at the Cooper-Levy Chapel at Temple Israel Cemetery on Thursday, May 8 at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

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JUDITH F. FOX, 71, of Millington, passed away May 7, 2013. She retired from Ike's and was a long-time member of B.P.O.E. She is survived by her husband, Richard Fox; sons, Donald Lynn Fox and Joseph David Fox; grandson, Tyler Lynn Fox, and sister, Bernice Stacks. Visitation wil be 5-8 p.m., Thursday, May 9, Northridge Woodhaven Funeral Home, Millington, TN. Graveside service will be 1 p.m., Saturday, May 11 in Forest Hill East Mausoleum, 2440 Whitten Rd., Memphis, TN.

MACK MASKFORD HEARRON, SR., 72, was born November 30, 1940 and passed away May 3, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eunice Smith-Hearron and George "Pink" Hearron; brothers, Louie King, Arnie King, Brison "Buster" Hearron, F.G. Hearron, George "Ruffie" Hearron III; and sisters, Annette Johnson, Narnie Mitchell, Helen Hearron, Eunice Walton, Teresa Nichols. His survivors include his wife of 49 1/2 years, Sammie Lee Jackson Hearron; three daughters, Carla Hearron Tracy (Warren), Teresa Hearron Buehler (Gene), Eunice Dianne Hearron Mason, (James); one son, Mack Hearron Jr., all of Memphis, TN; a step-son, Carl Moore of Vicksburg, MS; 10 grandchildren: Ashley, Blaire, Mack III, Candace, Gabrielle, Trey, Trevor, Mackayla, Justin, and Lauren; five great-grandchildren: Mercedes, Jordan, Jett, Onyx, and Bentley Mackenzie. He also leaves to mourn his passing his brothers, Kidflash Hearron, Luckie Hearron, Pat Hearron and sisters Viola Hearron, all of Vicksburg, MS and Mamie Wilson, Hollandale, MS. He had a multitude of nieces, nephews, family, and many friends who loved his laugh, his kindness, and giving attitude. Visitation 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, May 11 with the Funeral service at 12 p.m. at the W.H. Jefferson Funeral Home in Vicksburg, MS. A Memorial service is scheduled for May 18 in Memphis.

W.H.Jefferson Funeral Home

800 Monroe

Vicksburg, MS 39180

601-638-1641

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June Latoya Hurley

Herron, age 35, died May 2, 2013 in Virginia Beach, VA. She was a graduate of Whitehaven High School class of 1995 and an employee of Geico Insurance. Visitation, Thursday 6-8 p.m. at R.S. Lewis Funeral Home and Friday at 11 a.m. until time of service at 12 noon at Cummings Street Missionary Baptist Church, 794 Raines Rd. Interment in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. She is survived by her mother, Barbara Hurley; grandmother, Zinnia Hurley; husband, Kevin Herron; son, Kevin Herron Jr.; daughters, Kierra and Kailyn Herron; brother, James Travis Hurley; sister, Tarcha Hurley and a host of other friends and family.

Walter Jade went home to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, May 5th at the age of 87. Mr. Jade was born to John and Mary Jadlowic on April 2, 1926 in Pittsburgh, PA. He is a World War II veteran, a member of the Army Air Corps and a cattle farmer at one time. He retired after 42 years with Layne & Bowler. He was a devoted member of Lucy Baptist Church. Mr. Jade leaves behind his wife Peggy Jade, a son Thomas Jade (Angie), a daughter, Janice Jade Ksobiech (Al), his wonderful grandchildren Lauren Jade and Christopher Jade, two brothers, Henry Jadlowic (Canay) and Eddie Jadlowic (Stella), both of Pittsburgh, PA. and many other loving family members and friends. The family requests that any memorials be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Family will receive guests from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. with the funeral starting at noon on Wednesday, May 8 at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 N. Germantown Rd. Online condolences and floral tributes may be made by visiting

Ronald James Lawrence, was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on June 12, 1957 to Paul Lawrence and Stella Mae Varmal-Edwards. In 1986, Ronald married his beloved Angel Andrews and into this union two beautiful daughters were born; Alayne and Xavier. Amongst his wife and daughters, Ronald also leaves one brother Paul Lawrence Jr., the father-in-law, Aaron Andrews, sister-in-law Patti Ann Bauman, brother-in-law, Lionel Bauman, their son, Aaron Bauman and a host of family and friends. Ronald entered the Navy at the early age of seventeen and later continued a career as an IT for CNRRC: Commander Navy Reserve Recruiting Command (New Orleans, LA). After the devastating Hurricane Katrina, the family relocated to Memphis, Tennessee and began working for Navy Recruiting Command (Millington, TN). On May 3, 2013, when Ronald slept away, a legacy was born. What legacy you ask? The legacy of selflessness, service, duty and commitment fashioned with agape love and molded by the call of Christ. Mr. Lawrence will lie in state from 12 noon til 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2013. The family will receive their friends from 12 p.m.-1 p.m. on that day. Funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. at High Point Funeral Home and Crematorium, 3788 Summer Ave., Memphis. Visitation will commence again after the funeral service. Interment will be private. Arrangements entrusted to

William T. "Bill" Morris passed away this morning, May 6, 2013 at 12:30 a.m. at the Veterans Medical Center after a long illness. He leaves a sister, Nancy Morris Smith of Bartlett; two brothers, Robert L. Morris of Memphis and Michael Brigance of Nunnally, TN.

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JOYCE DeMERRITT WEBBER NELSON, 51, died May 1, 2013. Visitation, 3-6 p.m.. Friday, May 10 at E. H. Ford Mortuary. Service 11 a.m. Saturday, May 11 at Greater Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 303 N. Dunlap. Burial in Memorial Park Southwoods. Joyce was a 1979 graduate of Northside High School. She also attended Shelby State and Lemoyne Owen College. Joyce worked for Delta Airlines formerly Pinnacle. She also worked for Boatmen's Bank (now Bank of America). She also owned Shenique Boutique and Small Closet. Joyce was a loving and devoted wife to her husband, Ronald D. Nelson. Also she leaves to cherish her memory, a mother-in-law, Odessa Nelson, father-in-law, Will (Louistein) Boothe, seven sisters, Vernita Jones and Leola (L.C.) Plummer of Memphis, Willie Ann Mull, Nellie Prewitt and Maxine (Theodore) Hunter of Cleveland, Ohio and Rita (Calvin) Webber-Williams, four brothers, Rev. Eddie Coburn of Cleveland, OH, Willie (Jean) Webber, Rev. Floyd Coburn and Wardell Webber of Memphis, six sisters-in-law two brothers-in-law and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends of whom she loved.

PAGENKOPF, 85, born in Lancaster, Wisconsin, September 29, 1927 and passed away May 6, 2013 at his home in Arlington, TN. Mr. Pagenkopf is survived by his wife of 67 years, Ida Mae Pagenkopf; son, Roy L. Pagenkopf (Nancy) of Arlington, TN; grandchildren, Jason Pagenkopf (Wendy) of Bartlett, TN and Kristi Pagenkopf Hunt (Aaron) of Bartlett, TN and also four great-grandchildren, Ashleigh, Tyler, Hayden and Hannah. After serving in the US Navy, he owned a distributorship for many years with Dean's Dairy and after selling, worked and retired from Brim's Food in Bartlett. Mr. Pagenkopf's love was his family and friends. He loved building and working his gardens over the years at his home in Frayser. He shared an abundance of great times camping, fishing, outdoor picnics at his home and boating trips. The family will have visitation starting at 1 p.m., with service starting at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 9 at Forest Hill Funeral Home, 2440 Whitten Rd., Memphis, TN 38133. Interment will follow in Northridge Woodhaven, 6755 Hwy 51 North, Millington, TN 38053. The family requests that any memorials be sent to: Susan G. Komen Foundation, 6645 Poplar Ave., Germantown, TN 38138. (901)757-8686.

Forest Hill Funeral Home

(901)382-1000

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Ivy Donald "Don" Price, Memphis (Atoka) was born September 17, 1946 the son of the late Ivy "Red" Ross and Mary Lucille Cooper Price and entered into eternal rest May 4, 2013 at the age of 66. Mr. Price was a graduate of Bartlett High School Class of 1965 and graduated from State Tech, majoring in heating and air, William R. Moore, majoring in metal lathing and welding and Memphis State University majoring in mechanical architecture and mechanical drawing. As a teenager Don had worked at Raleigh Big Star, Tasty Bakery and eventually owned S&D Electronics. In his time serving our area Mr. Price also was well loved by RCA where he developed the company a tuner that made them millions. Many knew Don in later years as he worked at Firestone, Sears and Roebuck, and Cleo Wrap or many may have encountered him as he was well respected for his perfection in doing interior home remodeling - especially trim work. The last few years he spent at Block Drug Company where he met the love of his life, Vanessa. Don was a perfectionist but one thing for sure he loved the Lord Jesus Christ his Savior. Mr. Price also loved his friend Dr. Clay Jackson whom he often commented that's "one smart man". When he saw the doctor it had to be Dr. Jackson if possible - he dearly loved that man. He loved doing things for others, making toys for children just to see a child smile. He loved his eight grandchildren. The soccer games meant so much to him to see Dustin, Will and Logan accomplish their goals ends. He loved Trace, Rhett and Eli and the woodworking with them - with all the tools he got to take them. His chuckles and laughs about those boys were priceless as his wife Vanessa recalls. Mr. Price was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Phillip Edward Price, a daughter, Bridgette Salvador, and a brother Billy Price. Surviving is his wife of twenty years, Vanessa; two sons, Barron South of Fayetteville, AR and Joe South of Memphis, TN; two daughters Montalyn Perry of Swoyerville, PA and Betsy Hammer of Atoka, TN. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Stephanie, Haley, Dustin, William, Logan Trace, Rhett, and Eli, along with one surviving sister Lynn Puckett of Brighton. Don will lie in state from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday in the Rose Chapel of High Point Funeral Home & Crematorium, 3788 Summer Ave., Memphis. Visitation with the family will be held at 11 a.m. with a 2 p.m. funeral service following at the funeral home. The family will have a private interment ceremony. Arrangements entrusted to:

LINDA ADAMS SCHRANZ died Monday, May 6, 2013 at Methodist Hospice. Lynn leaves behind her beloved husband, John (Jack) Schranz. Mr. and Mrs. Schranz recently celebrated their 32nd anniversary. Lynn was born in Tacoma, Washington to Hollie and Wilma Adams during her father's service in the Army. The family settled in Scott City, MO, where Lynn was raised. She attended Southeast Missouri State University before moving to Memphis. She worked at the Crye-Leike Real Estate office for more than twenty years. She was a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Club for many years and was named honorary vice-president. Lynn serviced as an ambassador for the Collierville Chamber of Commerce. Mrs. Schranz and her partner, Pauline Podawiltz, served as coordinators of the Collierville Builders Home Show. Following her retirement several years ago, she enjoyed keeping up with the real estate market and attended many home shows. Mrs. Schranz will be missed by her many friends. Her family will gather and share refreshments with guests on Thursday, May 9 from 6-9 p.m. and funeral services will be on Friday, May 10 beginning at 10 a.m., all at Collierville Funeral Home located at 534 W. Poplar, Collierville, TN 38017. Burial will follow in Scott City, MO.

Collierville Funeral Home

(901)853-2628

www.ColliervilleFuneral.com

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Corinne Standefer Smith, 80, of Collierville, went home to be with the Lord she served and loved on May 5, 2013. She was born in Memphis and spent almost her entire life in Memphis and Collierville, Tennessee. She attended the Training School, was a graduate of Central High School and attended Memphis State University. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Cecil "Snooky" Vincent Smith. Together they raised five children and founded Cecil Smith Insurance Agency, now known as Smith-Berclair Insurance. She spent over 30 years involved in building the business with her husband before retiring in 1999. For over 40 years she has been deeply involved in many different ministries at Central Church. She was a key leader and teacher of Precept Ministries, led many small groups and served as a mentor to many women of all ages until her sudden death. She served on the board of the Central Church Women's Ministry and she joyfully and faithfully served for many years as the Co-Chairman of the Greeter's Ministry there. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Corinne is survived by her children: Sherrie Davis (Herb), Brad Smith (Cathy), Kenny Smith, Stan Smith (Candi), Vince Smith (Debbie) and daughter-in-law Ramona Balducci. She is also survived by her sister, Mary Rose Pace, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Buna Ann and Bob Hudson. She also leaves behind 14 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation for Corinne's family and friends will be held Thursday, May 9, 2013, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Memphis Funeral Home on Poplar Avenue. Funeral services will be held Friday morning, May 10, at 10 a.m. at Central Church in Collierville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any memorials be sent to Central Church Women's Ministry, Calvary Rescue Mission, or Memphis Union Mission. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting

On May 2, 2013, Lester Forrest White, 88, died peacefully at Kirby Pines Retirement Center. Forrest was born, July 13, 1924 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee to L.P. and Josephine Owen White. He is preceded in death by his wife, Alyene on March 9, 2013 and a sister Jean White Hill. He and Alyene were married for 64 years. Forrest lived all of his life in Memphis. He graduated from Treadwell High School and attended the University of Tennessee (Go Vols!) where he obtained a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He worked for Memphis Light Gas and Water for 24 years. He worked for the City of Memphis and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for more than 10 years following his retirement from MLG&W. He was deeply involved in the Engineers Club of Memphis and the Tennessee Society of Professional Engineers. He enjoyed golf, travel, playing bridge and rummy and spectating his beloved Volunteers. He and Alyene were long time members of Eudora Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon. Forrest is survived by two sons, Barry and wife Jan of Memphis and Warren and wife Vickie of Houston, Texas. He leaves behind three grandchildren, Rebecca Waite and husband Ryan of Connecticut, Taylor White and wife Whitney of North Carolina and Carrie Zwerneman and husband John of Texas. He also leaves a nephew, Marty Hill and wife Jan of North Carolina and a niece, Barbara Thomas and husband Steve of Texas. He is also survived by a cousin, Peggy Peel West and cousin-in-law, Helen Laster Cannon both of Memphis and a host of friends. The family would like to thank the staff of Kirby Pines and Crossroads Hospice for their care and concern. A visitation will be held Saturday, May 11 from 1-3 p.m. at Memorial Park Funeral Home located at 5668 Poplar Ave. A graveside service will be held immediately following. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that remembrances be made to the American Heart Association at https://donate. AmericanHeart.org/ or the charity of your choice.

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Olive Branch - Patricia Walker AlbonettI, 75, of Olive Branch, MS died Sunday, May 5, 2013. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Eudora and was retired from cafeteria management. Mrs. Albonetti is survived by her husband of 57 years, Albert Albonetti; sons, Terry Albonetti (Shari) of Olive Branch, MS, Steve Albonetti (Melinda) of Eudora, MS, Tim Albonetti (Lisa) of Brentwood, TN; sixteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild; one sister and four brothers. Visitation will be 5:30-7:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at Forest Hill East Funeral Home. Services will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 9, 2013 at the Boulevard Baptist Church in Southaven, MS with interment to follow in Forest Hill South Cemetery. The family requests that any memorials be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Go World Missions.

Forest Hill South Funeral Home

901-346-3250

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Ann Elizabeth Kelly Brocato, 71, of Olive Branch passed away Monday, May 6, 2013 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis. She was a former member of St. Ann's Catholic Church in Bartlett and current member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church - Olive Branch where she was very active with the ministry to the sick. Ann received her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Nazareth College in Louisville, Kentucky and worked in the medical field as a Registered Nurse. She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Joseph R. Brocato, Sr; children, Joseph R. Brocato, Jr and his wife Rebecca, Vincent Thomas Brocato, Michael Charles Brocato and his wife, Shannon, Kelly Ann Work and her husband, Kevin and Frank David Brocato; grandchildren, Josephine, Josh, Isabelle, Andrew, Benjamin and Jackson Brocato; siblings, Patrick Kelly, Michael Kelly, Alice Johnson and Mary Hamm. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until funeral mass time at 1 p.m., Thursday, May 9, 2013 at Queen of Peace Catholic Church-Olive Branch, Mississippi with the interment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery-Memphis. The family requests that memorials be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Jean Bell Naylor, 59, retired caregiver, died May 3, 2013. Services: 1 p.m. Wednesday at Millington Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints with visitation one hour before services. Interment: Fayette County Memorial Park. A Christian, survivors include her son, Chris Wickhan of Munford.

Benton - Maxine D. Lovell, age 90, of Benton, passed away Tuesday May 7, 2013, at Saline Memorial Hospice in Bryant, Arkansas. She was born in Dunkerton, Iowa, on September 1, 1922, to William and Mrytle Henry Davis. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Thaddeus M. Lovell and her brother, Hugh Davis. She is survived by her sons, Larry Lovell, of Memphis TN; and Scott (Pat) Lovell of Benton; grandchildren, Thad, Cord, Brandon (Jennifer), Matt and April and two great-grandchildren. Her greatest love was her family. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Ashby's. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Friday, May 10, 2013 at Pine Crest Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Saline Memorial Hospice Foundation, 23157 Hwy I-30 in Bryant 72022

Texas, Austin - CLAUDE EDWARD BUTTERFIELD, 82, of Austin, Texas, passed away May 4, 2013. The family thanks the caregivers at Stonebridge Health Center, Lakeway Regional Medical Center, St. David's South Austin Medical Center, Home Therapy Austin, Dr. Sean Gilbey, Dr. Brent Bennett and Leslie Lankford of Leave it to Leslie for their compassion and care. Claude is survived by his wife, Deanne Skrivanek Butterfield; five children, Shanna Butterfield, Kelly Capps and her husband Jerry, and Chris Jones and his wife Heather; 5 grandchildren, Lane and Katy Capps and Tatum, Harper and Hays Jones; his sister, Wilma Ruth Underwood; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Claude retired in 1995 as Chief of Fiscal Services of the Memphis Veterans Medical Center. He loved his family, church, books, and model trains. He was passionate about daylilies. "PaPa Claude" will be dearly missed. Memorial services at Lake Travis United Methodist Church on Friday, May 10, 2013 at 11 a.m. Interment will be at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lake Travis United Methodist Church, the National Hemerocallis Society, or the COPD Foundation. An expanded obituary, memorial donation details, and guestbook are available online at